Automatic control systems imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Zimbabwe imported $3.1 million of automatic control systems in 2024 (305 tonnes). That is 18% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.3 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.1M | 305 t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 220 t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 128 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 95 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 97 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 46 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 90 t |
| 2017 | $978K | 11 t |
Where Zimbabwe imports automatic control systems from
The largest suppliers were China (30%), South Africa (29%), India (9%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+208% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $949K | 30% |
| South Africa | $901K | 29% |
| India | $285K | 9.1% |
| Hong Kong | $284K | 9.1% |
| Turkey | $170K | 5.5% |
| Italy | $141K | 4.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $85K | 2.7% |
| Mozambique | $77K | 2.5% |
| Malawi | $35K | 1.1% |
| Singapore | $34K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.25 per kg, 87% below the world average of $76.79, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe automatic control systems imports (HS 9032.89): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 9032.89: Regulating or controlling instruments and apparatus: automatic, other than hydraulic or pneumatic.
Common questions
What is the value of automatic control systems imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported automatic control systems worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 305 tonnes. That ranks it 116th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply automatic control systems to Zimbabwe?
China was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($949 thousand), followed by South Africa (29%) and India (9%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 208% on the year.
What is the average import price of automatic control systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.25 per kg in 2024, 87% below the world average of $76.79 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of automatic control systems to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $978 thousand in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 219%. The peak was 2022 at $4.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for automatic control systems?
The HS code for automatic control systems is subheading 9032.89. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9032 page.
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